Car Care: Auto Maintenance Services

Murdock & Son Automotive in Garland, TX 75041 is a full-service preventative
maintenance and auto repair center, providing comprehensive car care services
for your domestic or import vehicle to keep it running at full power. For
questions, contact us at 972-278-9835 or send
us an email, and our experts will help determine what needs to be done.

Our basic auto maintenance services include:

30/60/90K Mileage MaintenanceAs time goes by, various auto repair and maintenance needs come up at different intervals. Most manufacturers recommend car maintenance in intervals of 30,000 miles. This is the 30/60/90K mile schedule (issued by the manufacturers to car owners). Trust the experts at Murdock & Son Automotive to keep you on schedule, and help you preserve the condition of the vehicle, optimize its performance, and increase its resale value. The 30/60/90K service includes the following:

BeltsA fan belt, also known as a drive belt, is a belt connecting your car's engine to the front mounted accessories. The fan belt rotates the water pump and engine fan, which maintains a cool environment for the engine and its components. Sooner or later, your vehicle's fan belts will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Murdock & Son Automotive for all your vehicle's repair needs.

You not only have to get the belts replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the belts replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Murdock & Son Automotive today. The mechanics at Murdock & Son Automotive will thoroughly inspect your car's belts; replace all worn belts; and adjust the installed belts.

Check Engine LightNo one likes to see their car's "Check Engine" light come on. The light could mean a costly problem, like a bad catalytic converter, or it could be something minor, like a loose gas cap. At Murdock & Son Automotive, we can pull the code and diagnose the problem for you. Give us a call at 972-278-9835 or stop by the shop for our expert assistance.

Factory Recommended Service/MaintenanceAutomotive and auto parts come with a factory recommended service and maintenance schedule. The manufacturer will tell you how often to service or replace an auto part. At Murdock & Son Automotive, we offer factory recommended service/maintenance. Our highly skilled auto mechanics offer comprehensive knowledge and experience. At Murdock & Son Automotive, all your factory recommended service/maintenance needs are handled with the latest diagnostic equipment. Remember, we work on all American and imported vehicles (either diesel or gas engines).

HosesHoses transfer coolant and antifreeze throughout the engine's cooling system (including the radiator). Sooner or later, your vehicle's hoses will dry out and crack. When you are ready for a replacement you can count on Murdock & Son Automotive for all your vehicle's repair needs.

You not only have to get the hoses replaced with quality ones but you should have the work done by experts. To have the hoses replaced by auto cooling and heating experts - and get your car driving right - visit Murdock & Son Automotive today. The mechanics at Murdock & Son Automotive will thoroughly inspect your car's hoses; replace all worn hoses; and adjust the installed hoses.

Oil, Lube, and FilterTo keep running smoothly, your car highly relies on oil, lube, and oil filters. Oil helps in lubricating, cooling, and cleaning the internal engine components. With time, motor oil becomes contaminated. Your car needs an oil, lube, and filter change every three months (or 3,000 miles). When it is time for a lube, oil, or filter change, take your vehicle to Murdock & Son Automotive in Garland, TX 75041.

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Awesome experience.... Rebuilt transmission and replaced the rear bearings in 48 hours for half the prices of all other quote.s

-Brock M.

I have been going to this auto shop for more than a decade. You can trust them. They will not steer you wrong, and they will never lie to you.

-Marlynn M.

Great people. Very helpful. Knowledgeable.

-Mike R.

This family owned business was recommend to me by a friend. I was very pleased with their knowledge and willingness to trouble shoot my car issues. They were honest and prices were good. They will be my GO To for Car Repair Oh....and they had a cat in the office.....can't go wrong there !!!

-Francey B.

I have taken my car to Murdock and Sons several times and will not take it anywhere else. The last time I was there, I waited with three other older ladies, like me and we all agreed these are the only people we feel we can trust with our older cars. They do a great job at a reasonable price.

-Benita M.

Very happy with my three visits here. They were honest, had fair pricing and completed the repairs when promised. Came recommended to me by someone I trust in the auto sales business.

-Wade D.

Dropped my car off to get an oil leak fixed. The repair was done in the timeframe we agreed on and cost a little less than my quote.

-Jim B.

Honest, honest, honest!!!! Family owned and operated...old school right!!! Murdock & Son... (and Daughter)...excellent communication and attention to detail! We do not take our cars to anyone else! My husband trusts his F250 Diesel to them and he is always plrased!!!

-L. W

Use this business for 10 yrs and it is the best repair shop ever! I drop my car, they call me and tell whats wrong and how much and how long... Always very fast repair, professional, clean and high quality. They never cheat, they never overcharge, they never sell you anything extra. I recommend this shop to all my friends and co-workers. Thank you very much, Mr. Murdock and team - you make my life easier!

-Nora R.

I cannot say enough good things about Murdock & Son. I have used them for more than a decade now. On more than one occasion I was certain a costly service was necessary for my car(s) only to have them take a look and inform me that what I had asked them to do wasn't the problem, but rather a much simpler and less costly issue was to blame. Doug told me that if I insisted on the work (about $600 worth at one point) he'd do it, but that I was wasting my money. On another occasion they called me a week or so after they had serviced my car to inform me they had overcharged me and were refunding my credit card for a line item we had discussed and decided not to do, but had been erroneously charged. They caught the mistake (I never would have) and corrected it. Truly a trustworthy auto repair shop that shoots straight. I live in west Plano, but drive to Garland when I need car work. Well worth the drive! I cannot recommend them more highly!

-A.G.U.

They fixed my car and didn't add on a bunch of extra stuff that it didn't really need. The mechanic explained to me what he did to repair the car. I trust these folks, and will take my vehicles there for all future repairs. Worth every penny

-Jay S.

Impeccable integrity, very intelligent group. They love to figure out better and less expensive ways to fix the vehicle. I have known and used these guys for gong on 25 years. We have been blessed over and over again. I'll never forget when Chester turned a $1200 fix into a $75 fix. Go ask him (or Doug) how .

-Larry H.

At the advice of a coworker (back in 1999), I took my car to Murdock & Sons for diagnosis of a problem. After having gotten an estimate from another mechanic which amounted to hundreds of dollars, I was pleasantly surprised when Chester not only made the repair for far less, but took the time to explain to me what the repair actually entailed. I have been a customer every since. The people here are definitely people of integrity...and you can trust the work that they do and the prices that they charge. I have recommended them to many people; and I wouldn't take my car anyplace else to have work done on it.

-Frances J.

My parents have used Murdocks for decades. Our whole family uses them, and anytime I, or anyone in my family, gets a new car it goes to them to double check that everything the dealership said was true. I wouldn't pick any other place to have my car worked on. I have all faith in the hands of these mechanics. The prices are very well priced and they will explain what is actually going on. They wont force anything on you if you want time to think about your repairs, good example is my motor mounts are wearing down but they aren't quite ready to be replaced yet and they let me know about it so I can start to get the money ready and they gave me a round about time frame that they will need to be replaced. LOVE THESE GUYS!

-Amber T.

My father and I, as well as my entire family, use Murdock & Son exclusively and we always will because we trust them not to lie to us about any problems with our cars. If you can make the drive out to Garland, it doesn't get much better in terms of great service, affordability, responsiveness, speed, and friendliness. Hopefully they will be servicing the eastern metroplex for decades.